Question

Marta is talking to her advisor about her career goals. She has good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to form stable, authentic relationships. She also has strong academic potential. Marta would like to become a therapist for individuals who may be experiencing disruptions in their daily functioning--career choice, life transitions, couples counseling--but she also wants to do research on how our cultural backgrounds influence the choices that we make. Pursuing which of the following degrees will give Marta the best opportunity to do both research and clinical work?Select one:a. M.SW.b. M.D.c. Ph.D.d. Psy.D.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Ph.D

Explanation:

PhD is the highest degree that everyone could achieve in any field of study. In order to obtain it,  people have to prove their capability in their field by expanding the field of knowledge though original research. Because of the assumption that a person has to dedicate his/her life into one specific topic to obtain a PhD, Someone who obtain this title tend to be seen as more favorable in research and clinical works.